The Insecure Writer’s Support Group
Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and
concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been
through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven
for insecure writers of all kinds!
Posting: The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Group
day. Post your thoughts on your own blog. Talk about your doubts and
the fears you have conquered. Discuss your struggles and triumphs. Offer
a word of encouragement for others who are struggling. Visit others in
the group and connect with your fellow writer - aim for a dozen new
people each time.
Our Twitter is @TheIWSG and hashtag #IWSG.
Optional Question...
April 3 question: If you could
use a wish to help you write just ONE scene/chapter of your book, which
one would it be? (examples: fight scene / first kiss scene / death scene
/ chase scene / first chapter / middle chapter / end chapter, etc.)
My awesome co-hosts for the April 3 posting of the IWSG are J.H. Moncrieff, Natalie Aguirre, Patsy Collins, and Chemist Ken!
Hello blog Peeps! How's it hanging?
Today, I'd like to talk about book cliffhangers. Why do readers get so upset about cliffhangers? I've read numerous reviews where readers are incensed that the book was a cliffhanger and they refuse to read the rest of the books and won't read from the author ever again!
Really?
Okay, I was probably pissed off a few times by author's who purposely ended their books to make sure you had to read the next one. Is this the same thing? In my opinion, not exactly.
If it's a full length book, and the story is epic enough to carry it to a second or even third book, and .... very important part here .... the author gives the reader a clue in the blurb of the first book that this is just the beginning, then a cliffhanger is a great idea.
I guess readers feel tricked when they get to the end of a book and its not the actual end. I know I have when its poorly done. When an author has a 300 page story and breaks it into pieces. That's just rude.
But, I think cliffhangers can be a fun tool for writers and an exciting journey for readers.
What say you, blog friends??
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We're announcing the genre and opening date for the next IWSG anthology!
Our genre is Middle grade historical: adventure/fantasy and the opening date is May 1. The best brains are on the theme, and that will be announced on the opening date. So this is just to whet your appetite - you could use that time to brush up your knowledge of the genre if it's not your usual bag, for example. We're looking forward to more great entries!
Don't forget the Masquerade anthology is hitting the shelves on April 30!
Special note:
We are partnering with DIY MFA this spring to bring you a great program for writers.
Before we announce details, we’ll be sharing several of their learning videos.
Here's the very funny Episode 236 with Jeff Somers on Writing Without Rules (or Pants).
Check it out and come back later this month for details about the program.
OK, now it's time to check out more IWSGers at the sign-up page. What part of your WIP would you wish for help with? Excited about the theme for the next anthology? Or for grabbing a copy of Masquerade? Interested to learn more about DIY MFA?
Our genre is Middle grade historical: adventure/fantasy and the opening date is May 1. The best brains are on the theme, and that will be announced on the opening date. So this is just to whet your appetite - you could use that time to brush up your knowledge of the genre if it's not your usual bag, for example. We're looking forward to more great entries!
Don't forget the Masquerade anthology is hitting the shelves on April 30!
Masquerade: Oddly Suited
An Insecure Writer’s Support Group Anthology
Find love at the ball…
Can a fake dating game show lead to love? Will a missing key free a
clock-bound prince? Can a softball pitcher and a baseball catcher work
together? Is there a vampire living in Paradise, Newfoundland? What’s
more important—a virtual Traveler or a virtual date to the ball?
Ten authors explore young love in all its facets, from heartbreak to
budding passion. Featuring the talents of L.G. Keltner, Jennifer Lane,
C.D. Gallant-King, Elizabeth Mueller, Angela Brown, Myles Christensen,
Deborah Solice, Carrie-Anne Brownian, Anstice Brown, and Chelsea Marie
Ballard.
Hand-picked by a panel of agents and authors, these ten tales will
mystify and surprise even as they touch your heart. Don your mask and
join the party…
Website - IWSG Anthologies
Young Adult Fiction: Romance - General/Paranormal/Contemporary
Print ISBN 9781939844644
eBook ISBN 9781939844651
Print and eBook:
Special note:
We are partnering with DIY MFA this spring to bring you a great program for writers.
Before we announce details, we’ll be sharing several of their learning videos.
Here's the very funny Episode 236 with Jeff Somers on Writing Without Rules (or Pants).
Check it out and come back later this month for details about the program.
OK, now it's time to check out more IWSGers at the sign-up page. What part of your WIP would you wish for help with? Excited about the theme for the next anthology? Or for grabbing a copy of Masquerade? Interested to learn more about DIY MFA?
